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As the world outside of our streaming boxes has gotten nastier, we’ve seen an uptick in the population of amiable goofballs within them, with comfort shows like Ted Lasso and Schitt’s Creek having set the template. Rooster‘s Greg Russo (Steve Carell) isn’t exactly one of this crowd; his world is falling apart around him rather precipitously in the opening episodes of the HBO series, but the vibe is far less dour. It’s a show about a likable, well-meaning character who struggles to maintain his principles and outlook when faced with a world that’s more than happy to throw mud in his face.
If that’s something you need more of in your life, here are 10 other shows about characters whose failures are relatable, and whose successes are inspiring. Here’s to the losers.
Lucky Hank (2023)
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